The club was set to be revealed as one of three to breach salary cap regulations - which could lead to Saints being fined or having points docked.

And it has been reported that star stand-off Tommy Martyn, 31, currently out injured, will not have his contract renewed.

Speculation also surrounds the future of centre Paul Newlove, also out of contract this season.

Martyn, the 2000 Super League players player of the year, said: "Saints have told me it's for financial reasons but I am devastated because I still feel I have at least another couple of years left at the top level."

Martyn is out of action with a broken arm but will be back next month, added: "I intend to prove I'm still good enough to play in Super League".